Radisson Blu opens
2 new hotels in KSA

JEDDAH — Radisson Blu, the iconic hotel brand driven by innovation and design, proudly announces the opening of two new hotels in Saudi Arabia — Buraidah and Jeddah.

“We are pleased to continue our growth momentum in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with two new hotel openings in the upper-upscale segment. We are set to open more than ten hotels in the Kingdom this year alone,” said Mark Willis, Area Senior Vice President, Middle East, Turkey and Africa, The Rezidor Hotel Group.

“We are honored to continue building on our strong relationship with our owners and add a new dimension of world-class hospitality to the Saudi Arabian travel and tourism industry. WTTC forecasts a 9.8% increase in 2017 in investments related to travel and tourism in Saudi Arabia”, and Carlson Rezidor is privileged to be playing a leading role in the hospitality sector.”

The Radisson Blu Hotel, Jeddah Al Salam is Carlson Rezidor’s fourth hotel in Jeddah. It is located close to many of the city’s popular shopping destinations, and is a short distance from King Abdul Aziz International Airport. The nearby Corniche offers spectacular views of the Red Sea coastline.

The Radisson Blu Hotel, Jeddah Al Salam has 142 contemporary rooms and suites, all with a cozy, modern interior.

The hotel features ten meeting rooms and two ballrooms covering more than 1300sqm, and a flexible space that can accommodate up to 800. All meeting rooms are equipped with the latest conference technology and individual climate control.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Jeddah Al Salam features ample fitness and wellness facilities with private male and female areas. There is a fitness club and a multi-sports court for guests who like to stay active during their stay and for relaxation there is an outdoor swimming pool with kids’ pool area, sauna and jacuzzi.

Guests can opt for the Larder restaurant or the Larder Café, the perfect place to relax for a hot or cold drink and a bite to eat.

Rushdi Ashkar, General Manager of Radisson Blu Hotel, Jeddah Al Salam, said: “The Radisson Blu team is extremely excited to open its fourth hotel in the city of Jeddah. Our portfolio grows from strength to strength in Saudi Arabia, and each of our hotels have their own distinctive style and service offering, but they all carry a strong united red thread of our legendary Yes I Can! service spirit. Our great meeting and event facilities will help build a strong reputation for hosting memorable events at Radisson Blu.”

The hotel is easily accessible from the Northern Ring Road and overlooks the city center, which is a mere 5km away. It enjoys a prime location near to Al Qassim industrial city and 25km from the regional Prince Naif International Airport, which offers flights to both domestic and international destinations. Guests can also enjoy shopping at Al Nakheel Plaza, a short distance from the hotel, while the Saudi capital of Riyadh is just a few hours’ drive away.

The Radisson Blu Hotel, Buraidah has 110 spacious guest rooms and 12 stylish villas. The guest rooms provide comfortable and spacious accommodation while the villas are ideal for families visiting Buraidah or long-stay business travelers.

Guests will enjoy Radisson Blu’s signature Larder restaurant which serves also serves Super Breakfast and delicious options for lunch and dinner, together with the Oasis terrace and the Al Moed café.

The hotel offers extensive spa and fitness facilities including a male spa with dedicated sauna and steam bath services and a well-equipped gym and outdoor swimming pool.

Tahar Chakray, General Manager of the Radisson Blu Hotel, Buraidah, said: “We are proud to open the doors of the very first upper-upscale, internationally branded hotel in Buraidah. We look forward to showcasing the best of our Yes I Can! service spirit and award-winning hospitality standards to guests of Buraidah.” — SG